Churches in Fujian and Sichuan held an installation service for pastors and promotion ceremonies for associate pastors.
Meifeng Church in Putian, Fujian, held an installation service for a staff member, Liu Xiuzhu, on March 18.
Rev. Yue Qinghua, president of Fujian Theological Seminary, preached a sermon with three topics, urging believers to pursue and experience the transcendence of life, to reshape the foundation of faith with heavenly vision, and to heed, follow, and glorify Jesus alone.
Rev. Zhang Jinmu, chairman of the Putian Christian Council, delivered a speech on stage, sharing his personal views on Rev. Liu’s service. Firstly, Liu has been a good example of mature spirituality. Secondly, Liu has been very skilled in the pastoral care of the church. Thirdly, Liu has been diligent in his work, which turns out to be quite effective.
Twenty-eight associate pastors, including Du Xiaolin, were promoted to pastors during promotion ceremonies held by the Sichuan Christian Council at Rongguang Church in the Dujiangyan City of Chengdu, Shunqing District Church of Nanchong City, and Gospel Church in Shizhong District of Neijiang City on March 12, according to CCC&TSPM.
It was also said Sichuan Provincial CC&TSPM would conduct promote Associate Pastor Tao Liping to be a pastor in Xichang Gospel Church on March 19.
- Translated by Stephen Huang